Morale, Welfare & Recreation Transition Seminar

Employment Readiness Program

The Employment Readiness Program (ERP) provides services to military spouses, active duty, retirees, reservists, DOD civilians and their family members. We offer; employment counseling, local employment and job fair information, assistance with career, educational and volunteer opportunities, a resource library, and employment information and education for youth and adult jobseekers.

Primarily, the ERP assists clients relocating due to a military/civilian sponsor’s permanent change of station (PCS). Employment Readiness provides accurate, timely information and other supportive services to minimize career impacts associated with a move.

Employment Readiness works closely with the Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (CPAC), and other agencies providing full employment related services for military/family members and veterans from all branches in their job search and career development.

Services include:
• Resources
• Local job market research links and career counseling
• Local job information
• Information concerning area professional and trade associations, job re-entry, and temporary employment agencies

• Home business opportunity links
• Electronic Job Bank
• Application and job search Job assistance
• Resume preparation, job search; career dress and interview skills training, on request
• Transition Assistance for military/family members separating or retiring
• Ultimate Jobseeker's Guide

For further information, contact Army Community Service at (586) 282-0489,
DSN 786-0489, FAX DSN 786-7631

For access credentials to the Electronic Job Bank, please contact the Employment Readiness Program manager at
usarmy.detroit.imcom.mbx.army-community-service-mailbox@mail.mil

Employment and Career Planning Classes Location: Bldg 105 Selfridge Time: 8:00 am until 4:00 pm Attire: Civilian Casual(with Business Dress on Thursdays)
Transition Assistance Program Course Overview: The Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Workshop is facilitated by Michigan Department of Energy, Labor, and Economic Growth; funded by the Department of Labor; and sponsored by the Employment Readiness Program, Army Community Service. TAP primarily serves separating/retiring military members and their family members. However, veterans and other military spouses may attend on a space available basis. 2012 Dates: February 14-16 April 10-12 June 26-28 August 21-23 October 2-4 December 4-6	This three day interactive, hands-on workshop offers: • Military Transferable skills • Personal preferences and values in the job search •Career catalog information • Career options and possibilities • Minimum salary determination • Personal and professional goal setting • The effective job search • Job announcements and ad analysis • Job application DOs & DON'Ts • Where to find potential employer information • Resume and cover letter coaching • Job interview tips • Appropriate interview dress • Negotiating salary, benefits, etc. • Veteran's benefits, DTAP • Jobs in the Public sector
10 Steps to a Federal Job Course Overview: 10 Steps to a Federal Job, taught by Nancy Jo Doubrava-Dull, Certified Federal Job Search Trainer, offers a proven process for federal job search success. Written by Kathryn Troutman, published author and world-renowned expert on federal careers, 10 Steps primarily serves veterans and military spouses. However, classes are open to others on space available basis. 2012 Dates: February 13 March 14 April 9 May 16 June 25 June 24 Aug 20 Sept26 Oct 1 Dec 3	This three day interactive, hands-on workshop offers: • Resume Templates • Job announcement keywords • Preferred federal resume format • Keys for writing impressive KSAs • Tips for increasing "highly qualified" referrals
Resource Information	These link to commercial job search engines
These links go to private organizations that provide employment assistance. Career Resource Center Job Hunt Michigan Works Military Spouses’ Career Network	Academic Employment Network America’s Job Bank Best Jobs USA Career Builder Career Magazine Career Site Healthcare Job Bank Employment Guide Internet Career Connection European Jobs Job Bank USA	Job Hunt Job Web Military Headhunters Military and Veteran Careers Monster Board Nation Job Nurse Finders Start Here Jobs Smart Work Force Solutions Yahoo Careers
Employment Readiness Directory for Job Seekers	Employers that hire in Michigan
This is a comprehensive directory that contains important information that will help you prepare and obtain your new career. If you plan to attend our transition Awareness Program, please download and review this document prior to your attendance. Download PDF File	Johnson Controls Auto K & B Transportation Kmart Kohner Properties Kroger Stores Marshall Fields Motel 6 Michigan Cat Construction Microsoft Jobs National City Banking NEXIQ Technologies NTB Driver Jobs Office Depot Pepsi Bottling Group Philip Morris Company Inc POSA-CUT Corporation	7- Eleven Jobs ABF Freight System Inc Account Temps Staffing ACO Hardware ACS Automotive Jobs Advance Communications AFLAC Insurance Bank One Jobs Creative Solutions CVS Pharmacy Daimler Chrysler Dart Foodservice Deloitte Touche Tomatsu Dunbar Armored Enterprise Rental Express Personnel Services Hormel Foods

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